2006 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Lexus | Aston Martin |
| Model | RX | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
